Wednesday in the Word with Krisan Marotta

1Corinthians 10:13 is often memorized as a stand-alone verse that promises God always provides a way to escape sin, if only you’ll take it. But in context, Paul is saying something quite different. Lecture notes: https://www.wednesdayintheword.com/1corinthians26/ Teacher: Krisan Marotta Series: 1 Corinthians: Pride and Prejudice in the Church For more information and to hear previous episodes: WednesdayintheWord.com

Appealing to the example of the Israelites in the wilderness, Paul warns that not everyone who saw the miracles entered the promised land. Being part of the tribe does not guarantee God's favor. Lecture notes: https://www.wednesdayintheword.com/1corinthians25/ Teacher: Krisan Marotta Series: 1 Corinthians: Pride and Prejudice in the Church For more information and to hear previous episodes: WednesdayintheWord.com

n 1Corinthians 9, Paul uses his own situation as an example of how the Corinthians ought to think about exercising their freedom. As an apostle, Paul has the right to receive financial support, but declined to take any support from them. He wants the Corinthians to learn from his example and exercise their freedom the same way. In part 2 of his argument, Paul explains why he declined to take support. Lecture notes: https://www.wednesdayintheword.com/1corinthians24/ Teacher: Krisan Marotta Series: 1 Corinthians: Pride and Prejudice in the Church For more information and to hear previous episodes: WednesdayintheWord.com

In 1Corinthians 9, Paul uses his own situation as an example of how the Corinthians ought to think about exercising their freedom. As an apostle, Paul has the right to receive financial support, but declined to take any support from them. He wants the Corinthians to learn from his example and exercise their freedom the same way. In part 1 of his argument, Paul defends his right to accept support. Lecture notes: https://www.wednesdayintheword.com/1corinthians23/ Teacher: Krisan Marotta Series: 1 Corinthians: Pride and Prejudice in the church For more information: WednesdayintheWord.com

In 1Corinthians 8, Paul argues that knowing the truth is not enough; we must use our knowledge in the context of loving our neighbors as ourselves and consider the implications of our actions. Lecture notes: https://www.wednesdayintheword.com/1corinthians22/ Teacher: Krisan Marotta Series: 1 Corinthians: Pride and Prejudice in the Church For more information: WednesdayintheWord.com

Paul addresses a new question: Can we eat meat sacrificed to idols? His answer gives us deep insight into the relationship between knowledge and freedom, truth and love. Lecture notes: https://www.wednesdayintheword.com/1corinthians21/ Teacher: Krisan Marotta Series: 1 Corinthians: Pride and Prejudice in the church For more information: WednesdayintheWord.com

Paul concludes his advice on marriage by addressing the engaged. As he explains his thinking, Paul gives us one of the most profound lessons we can learn in this life. Lecture notes: https://www.wednesdayintheword.com/1corinthians20/ Teacher: Krisan Marotta Series: 1 Corinthians: Pride and Prejudice in the church For more information: WednesdayintheWord.com

In 1Corinthians 7, Paul corrects the idea that married people should be celibate in order to be holy. In this section, he addresses believers married to unbelievers, and tells them it is best to honor their marriage vows. Lecture notes: https://www.wednesdayintheword.com/1corinthians19/? Teacher: Krisan Marotta Series: 1 Corinthians: Pride and Prejudice in the Church For more information: WednesdayintheWord.com

In Corinthians 7, Paul begins answering specific questions the Corinthians asked. After correcting their view that married people should be celibate, Paul addresses the widows and widowers, telling them both singleness and marriage are good gifts from God. Then he addresses those considering divorce as a way to please God. Lecture notes: https://www.wednesdayintheword.com/1corinthians18/ Teacher: Krisan Marotta Series: 1 Corinthians: Pride and Prejudice in the church For more information: WednesdayintheWord.com

In Corinthians 7, Paul turns to answering specific question the Corinthians asked. The first question concerns the place of sexuality. Paul corrects their view that married people should be celibate. Lecture notes: https://www.wednesdayintheword.com/1corinthians17/ Teacher: Krisan Marotta Series: 1 Corinthians: Pride and Prejudice in the church For more information: WednesdayintheWord.com

Paul argues that the pursuit of sexual purity is a necessary part of following Christ, because we belong to him in a profound way and God created sexuality with a specific meaning. Lecture notes: https://www.wednesdayintheword.com/1corinthians16/ Teacher: Krisan Marotta Series: 1 Corinthians: Pride and Prejudice in the church For more information: WednesdayintheWord.com

Paul counters two arguments the Corinthians used to justify their choices: “all things are lawful” and “food is for the stomach.” Lecture notes: https://www.wednesdayintheword.com/1corinthians15/ Teacher: Krisan Marotta Series: 1 Corinthians For more information: WednesdayintheWord.com

Should believers take other believers to secular law court? Paul confronts the Corinthian church for doing so. But like the other issues he's addressed, Paul is more concerned with the attitudes behind their taking legal action. Lecture notes: https://www.wednesdayintheword.com/1corinthians14/? Teacher: Krisan Marotta Series: 1 Corinthians For more information: WednesdayintheWord.com

Continuing his discussion of the man having an affair with his stepmother, Paul uses a common biblical analogy that a little leaven leavens the whole lump of dough.  What exactly is he telling us about the church? Lecture notes: https://www.wednesdayintheword.com/1corinthians13/ Teacher: Krisan Marotta Series: 1 Corinthians For more information: WednesdayintheWord.com

Paul confronts the Corinthian church about their attitude toward a man having an affair with his stepmother. Paul is concerned with the blatant disregard of God's law by the man in question, and even more concerned with the attitude the church is taking toward his behavior. Lecture notes: https://www.wednesdayintheword.com/1corinthians12/ Teacher: Krisan Marotta Series: 1 Corinthians For more information: WednesdayintheWord.com